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Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Company (CSMC) has operated since 1975 from New Britain, Connecticut. They're not just a dealer—they manufacture their own shotguns and maintain one of the largest inventories of high-end shotguns in the country.

100 Burritt Street New Britain, CT 06053 (860) 225-6581

CSMC produces multiple shotgun lines across different frame sizes and gauges:

• •Christian Hunter O/U – Sidelock design with Platinum and Rose & Scroll engraving, 12ga/20ga/28ga/.410ga options, 28"-32" barrels
• •Inverness O/U – Superlight design
• •Model 21 O/U – Based on Winchester heritage
• •Pointer Superlight O/U – Compact frame option
• •Revelation O/U – Case colored finish, small bore specialist
• •RSP O/U – Sideplated models with English Rose & Scroll or Acanthus Vine engraving
• •G1 O/U – Custom scroll and engraving options
• •A-10 American O/U – Competition-focused design
• •A. Galazan O/U – Custom rifle and shotgun builds

• •Christian Hunter SxS – Detachable floor plate, miniature and standard frames
• •Model 21 SxS – Grand American and custom grades
• •RBL SxS – Baby frame and miniature scaled options in .410ga/28ga/20ga
• •Superbird SxS – Small bore specialist
• •CSMC A.H. Fox SxS – Heritage reproduction
• •Savage Fox SxS – CE and A grades

CSMC builds in multiple gauges to fit specific hunting and clay shooting needs:

• •12-gauge – Standard waterfowl and upland hunting
• •20-gauge – Reduced recoil option
• •28-gauge – Small bore for upland and competition
• •.410 bore – Miniature frame models, specialty loads
• •16-gauge – Limited production, special order
• •Combo sets – Multi-gauge barrels for single receiver

Barrel lengths range from 26" to 32", with fixed chokes (F/F, M/F, IC/C) or screw-in choke tube systems.

Custom engraving is standard across higher-end models:

• •Platinum grade – Delicate scroll and ornamental patterns
• •Rose & Scroll – English-style traditional engraving
• •Game scenes – Pheasant, pointer, setter, and duck depictions
• •Celtic patterns – Traditional Celtic designs
• •Case colored – Hardened steel receiver finishes
• •Custom Bonsi engraving – Artist-commissioned work

CSMC shotguns range from $3,250 to $45,300+ depending on configuration:

CSMC stocks an extensive inventory of classic and vintage shotguns from over 40 manufacturers:

• •British makers: James Purdey & Son, Holland & Holland, Boss & Co., William Evans, Webley & Scott, Churchill, Henry Atkin, James Woodward & Son, Joseph Lang & Son

• •European makers: Francotte, Lebeau-Courally, Merkel, Perazzi, Piotti, Rizzini, Kemen, Grulla

• •American makers: Parker Bros., L.C. Smith, Ithaca, Winchester, Browning, Remington, Mossberg

• •Italian makers: Abbiatico & Salvinelli, Fabbri, Caesar Guerini

• •Other specialists: A.H. Fox, Weatherby, Watson Brothers

Example inventory: - James Purdey Exhibition Finish SxS 12ga – $27,995 - Perazzi MX12 O/U competition – $10,995 - Winchester Model 21 Factory #1 two-barrel set 20ga – $13,995

Beyond complete firearms, CSMC carries:

• •Choke tubes (screw-in and fixed)
• •Barrels and stocks
• •Recoil pads and butt plates
• •Beads, sights, and front sight beads
• •Grip caps and escutcheons
• •Turn screws and extractors
• •Cleaning kits, rods, and brushes

• •Gun cases (hard cases and slip-in styles)
• •Shotgun cleaning tools
• •Safety tools and snap caps
• •Slings and shell carriers
• •Hand/stock/trigger guards
• •Range and travel bags
• •Eye and ear protection
• •Cleaning cloths and rags

CSMC's accessory line includes: - Damascus and pocket knives - Jewelry and collectibles - Framed gunmaker artwork - Decorative cannons and statues - Le Chameau outdoor clothing and footwear - Gaston J. Glock branded knives and tactical gear

CSMC also manufactures and stocks rifles:

• •Double rifles – Big game hunting configurations
• •Bolt action rifles – Custom builds on Mauser and modern actions
• •Lever action rifles – Winchester and Marlin reproductions
• •Rifles from A. Galazan – Custom gunsmith work
• •Historic caliber rifles – Schuetzen and specialty German rifles

Vintage rifle makers: Purdey, Rigby, Holland & Holland, Francotte, Heym, Dumoulin, Franz Bader, David McKay Brown

• •Repairs & gunsmithing (see website for current availability)
• •Custom shotgun and rifle builds – CSMC can manufacture to specification
• •Multi-barrel sets – Create two-gauge combinations on single actions
• •Engraving services – In-house and commissioned artist work
• •Gun cases and storage solutions
• •Consulting on vintage gun acquisition

CSMC operates as an online retailer with phone support. Their website lists inventory by model, gauge, and configuration. Specific questions about availability, custom builds, or repairs should be directed to:

They attend major gun shows throughout the year—check their website for dates.

CSMC publishes a newsletter featuring articles on shotgun history, profiles of gunmakers, and commentary on hunting and sport shooting. Recent pieces include analysis of Gray's Best shotguns and profiles of historic gunmakers like Johann Springer of Vienna.